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New Growing up Digital report from the Children’s commissioner
Anne Longfield, Children’s Commissioner for England today published the Growing Up Digital report which explores how well children are prepared to engage with the internet.
Digital New Year’s resolutions for 2017
New Year is a great time to set yourself new resolutions. Here are three digital resolutions that we think are key going in to 2017.
Helpful resources for the festive period
Christmas is a great time to spend with family and an opportunity to talk together about how to have a positive and safe time online. Here are some Childnet resources that we think you may find helpful during the festive period.
Safer Internet Day 2017 - Education Packs Launch
We are delighted to announce that the 2017 Safer Internet Day Education Packshave now been launched!
Facebook Launch Parents Portal
Facebook have launched a new advice area, the Parents Portal. This portal is designed to help parents make the most out of their Facebook account, whilst also giving tips and information on how to keep themselves and their children safe online.
Third of 3-4s now have their own media device
Ofcom research finds that 34% of 3-4 year olds own their own media device such as a tablet or games console.
Twitter Webinar on reporting for Digital Leader Schools
A Twitter Webinar on reporting for our Digital Leader Schools took place just over a month ago. Here are some of the main issues and responses that came up.
Safer Internet Day - The power of images
As one of three charities in the UK Safer Internet Centre we will be exploring the power of image in digital youth culture this Safer Internet Day.
Tech Gifts this Christmas
As Christmas approaches there are plenty of new gadgets that parents and carers may be thinking about buying for their children. But before you wrap up your presents, have you checked out the safety features?
More control over your Instagram profile
This week Instagram announced three new tools which give users more control over their profiles. These tools allow users to control comments on their posts, edit follower lists on private accounts and anonymously report when they think their friends need help.
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